My EMT class came up with TP My Axx (you get the idea) to remember the flow of blood through the valves: Tricuspid, pulmonary (to lungs) Mitral, Aortic (to body).
In addition, studies have shown that Parkinsonâs has no real impact on life expectancy and those in study groups live to the same age as those without the disease. In fact, most people can live up to twenty years after their diagnosis. Can You Die from Parkinsonâs Disease? Parkinsonâs is not a fatal disease, meaning those afflicted with it do not die from the disease itself.
Follow this Expert Following. 1  People understand what you mean - the suffering and decline takes a toll on the patient and the caregiver - both suffer. How long people with Parkinson's live depends a lot on age and general health. Please try to get some support for yourself and see a doctor for yourself. This long caregiving can cause depression, and that can usually be treated. Also, you likely need some respite care.